Controller

Straub Collaborative, Inc

. Own the accounting function for Straub Collaborative and its affiliated entities .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting functions, including GAAP compliance, financial reporting, and payroll management, while effectively leading and mentoring accounting staff. Proven ability to implement accounting systems and improve workflows in a multi-entity environment.

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GAAP ComplianceFinancial ReportingAccounting System ImplementationTeam SupervisionAdvanced Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Month-End CloseYear-End CloseAccount ReconciliationPayroll Journal EntriesInternal Control FrameworksAccounts PayableVariance AnalysisCash ForecastingBudget ManagementAudit Coordination

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailSound JudgmentWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Accounting SoftwareERP SystemCorporate Card Management PlatformsExpense Management Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA LicenseActive CPA Candidacy

Industry Keywords

Multi-Entity AccountingSubsidiary AccountingCross-Border AccountingEcommerceRetailMediaProductionCreative Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the accounting function for Straub Collaborative and its affiliated entities
Report directly to the CFO
Lead the monthly close and deliver accurate, timely financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis for CFO review
Maintain the rolling cash forecast and annual budget
Record payroll journal entries each pay period and reconcile payroll-related liability accounts
Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by the accounting team
Oversee day-to-day accounting processes and internal controls, including vendor setup, vendor payments, corporate card transactions, and expense reports
Lead day-to-day audit fieldwork and serve as primary contact for external auditors
Manage accounting for affiliated entities with consistent policies and intercompany processes
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, set priorities, and provide regular feedback
Partner with the CFO and Human Resources on hiring and performance matters
Lead accounting system implementations and workflow improvements
Recommend changes to policies, controls, processes, and systems
Provide backup support during team absences or peak periods and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
At least five years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two to three years as a controller, assistant controller, or accounting manager
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, month-end and year-end close, and internal control frameworks
Hands-on experience with accounts payable, account reconciliations, payroll journal entries, and payroll-related liability reconciliations
Experience directly supervising accounting staff and coaching junior team members
Proficiency with an accounting or ERP system
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet recurring deadlines
Sound judgment and discretion with confidential financial information
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain financial data to non-finance leaders
Track record of improving accounting workflows and working independently while remaining accountable to the CFO
Expected to work in office at the Portland (PDX) studio
Availability for some early-morning or late-day collaboration across multiple time zones
CPA license or active CPA candidacy (preferred)
Multi-entity, subsidiary, or cross-border accounting experience (preferred)
Experience with corporate card and expense management platforms (preferred)
Experience leading or coordinating external financial audits (preferred)
Background in ecommerce, retail, media or production, creative services (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, with both PPO and high-deductible health plan options
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
11 paid holidays per year
PTO accrual starting at 15 days per year
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Company-paid long-term disability insurance
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to employees and their households
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
HSA option for eligible employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Access to discounted voluntary pet insurance
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities